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This Briefing is:UNCLASSIFIED
Headquarters Air Combat Command
ACC Participation In Air Shows
Lt Col Bill EdwardsACC/A3TA
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Overview
• Who we are• What we do• Why we participate in your show• Takeaways for you
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Who We AreAerial Events Teamwww.acc.af.mil/aerialevents
757-764-8346 / DSN 574-8346
Larry Schleser757-764-8175/DSN 574-8175
Mark “TBO” Thibeault757-225-9275/DSN 575-9275
Photo by Denise Decker
Lt Col Bill “Pod” Edwards757-225-9276/DSN 575-9276
Photo by Denise Decker
Will Robertson757-225-9274/DSN 575-9274
Lt Col Ed “VEG” Van Gheem757-764-8346/DSN 574-8346
Lt Col Bill “Seymour” Butz757-225-9271/DSN [email protected]
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A-10 EastMoody AFB, GA
A-10 WestDavis Monthan AFB, AZ
Strike Eagle Seymour Johnson AFB, NC
F-16 EastShaw AFB, SC
F-16 WestHill AFB, UT
F-22Langley AFB, VA
Who We AreACC Demo Teams
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Who We AreUSAF Heritage Flight
Tyndall AFB, FL Holloman AFB, NM
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What We DoOpen House / Air Show Support
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• Single point of contact for ACC Demo Teams and Heritage Flight scheduling
• Work and resolve issues for Air Show support
• Evaluate Air Shows
What We Do
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A-10 EastMoody AFB, GA
A-10 WestDavis Monthan AFB, AZ
Strike Eagle Seymour Johnson AFB, NC
F-16 EastShaw AFB, SC
F-16 WestHill AFB, UT
F-22Langley AFB, VA
What We DoACC Demo Teams
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A-10 EAST
Capt Johnnie “Dusty” GreenHometown: Seattle, WA
Moody AFB, GA
Today’s Fight: The A-10C provides all weather day and night close air support for coalition forces worldwide. The 23rd WG recently deployed two A-10 squadrons to Afghanistan covering 10 months, marking the first Active Duty A-10C combat deployment in history. The 23 WG also deployed Combat Search and Rescue assets and Security Forces to Iraq and Horn of Africa within the last year.
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MSgt Jason Lynch Crew Chief
Hometown: Sioux Falls, SD
A-10 EAST
Moody AFB, GA
Today’s Fight: The A-10C provides all weather day and night close air support for coalition forces worldwide. The 23rd WG recently deployed two A-10 squadrons to Afghanistan covering 10 months, marking the first Active Duty A-10C combat deployment in history. The 23 WG also deployed Combat Search and Rescue assets and Security Forces to Iraq and Horn of Africa within the last year.
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Capt Joe “Rifle” ShetterlyHometown: Olathe, KS
Davis Monthan AFB, AZ
Today’s Fight: A-10’s from the 355th FW Davis Monthan AFB, AZ are currently deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan providing Close Air Support, armed over-watch, and convoy/helo escort in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Additionally, the 355th FW trains the vast majority of all A-10 Warthog pilots for today’s Combat Air Force.
A-10 WEST
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TSgt Tommy Napier A-10 Crew Chief
Hometown: Madison, AL
A-10 WEST
Davis Monthan AFB, AZ
Today’s Fight: A-10’s from the 355th FW Davis Monthan AFB, AZ are currently deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan providing Close Air Support, armed over-watch, and convoy/helo escort in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Additionally, the 355th FW trains the vast majority of all A-10 Warthog pilots for today’s Combat Air Force.
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Maj Michael “Cash” Maeder (Pilot)Hometown: Tampa, FL
Capt John “Gizmo” Cox (WSO)Hometown: Cleveland, OH
Seymour Johnson AFB, NC
Today’s Fight: F-15E’s from the 4th FW, Seymour Johnson AFB, NC are currently deployed to Bagram AB, Afghanistan providing Close Air Support for coalition forces in Operation Enduring Freedom. Strike Eagle squadrons from Seymour Johnson AFB, Mountain Home AFB and RAF Lakenheath, UK, maintain nearly 24/7/365 coverage over Afghanistan. Additionally, the 4th FW provides training for every F-15E Pilot and Weapon Systems Officer for today’s Combat Air Force.
F-15E Strike Eagle
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MSgt Clarence “CC” EstesCrew Chief
Hometown: Raleigh, NC
F-15E Strike Eagle
Today’s Fight: F-15E’s from the 4th FW, Seymour Johnson AFB, NC are currently deployed to Bagram AB, Afghanistan providing Close Air Support for coalition forces in Operation Enduring Freedom. Strike Eagle squadrons from Seymour Johnson AFB, Mountain Home AFB and RAF Lakenheath, UK, maintain nearly 24/7/365 coverage over Afghanistan. Additionally, the 4th FW provides training for every F-15E Pilot and Weapon Systems Officer for today’s Combat Air Force.
Seymour Johnson AFB, NC
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Capt Ryan “Rider” CorriganHometown: Prattville, AL
Shaw AFB, SC
F-16 East
Today’s Fight: The 20th FW is currently deployed to Afghanistan supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. The F-16 provides close air support, raid support and convoy escort in defense of Coalition and Allied forces. During last year’s air show season, Vipers from Shaw AFB were also deployed to Iraq, maintaining a 24/7 airborne presence. The 20th FW continues to support Operation Noble Eagle providing around the clock alert capability in defense of the United States.
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MSgt Michael ZinkAvionics
Hometown: Landrum, SC
F-16 East
Shaw AFB, SC
Today’s Fight: The 20th FW is currently deployed to Afghanistan supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. The F-16 provides close air support, raid support and convoy escort in defense of Coalition and Allied forces. During last year’s air show season, Vipers from Shaw AFB were also deployed to Iraq, maintaining a 24/7 airborne presence. The 20th FW continues to support Operation Noble Eagle providing around the clock alert capability in defense of the United States.
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Maj David “Booster” GrahamHometown: Elmira, NY
Hill AFB, UT
Today’s Fight: The 388th FW recently returned from deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq providing close air support in defense of Coalition and Allied forces. The Vipers from 388th FW continue to support Operation Noble Eagle by providing around the clock alert capability in defense of the United States.
F-16 West
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MSgt Carl Falcione Crew Chief
Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
F-16 West
Hill AFB, UT
Today’s Fight: The 388th FW recently returned from deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq providing close air support in defense of Coalition and Allied forces. The Vipers from 388th FW continue to support Operation Noble Eagle by providing around the clock alert capability in defense of the United States.
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Maj David “Zeke” SkalickyHometown: St. Paul, MN
Langley AFB, VA
F-22 Raptor
Today’s Fight: The F-22 from the 1st Fighter Wing at Langley AFB VA represents the world’s premier fighter aircraft. Recent deployments to the Pacific Theater and the United Arab Emirates showcased unmatched 5th generation capabilities of the Raptor. Airmen from the 1st Fighter Wing continue to actively support Operations Noble Eagle by providing safety and security for our nation’s airspace.
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MSgt Greg “Gap” GappertF-15/F-22 Crew Chief
Hometown: Fairbanks, AK
Langley AFB, VA
F-22 Raptor
Today’s Fight: The F-22 from the 1st Fighter Wing at Langley AFB VA represents the world’s premier fighter aircraft. Recent deployments to the Pacific Theater and the United Arab Emirates showcased unmatched 5th generation capabilities of the Raptor. Airmen from the 1st Fighter Wing continue to actively support Operations Noble Eagle by providing safety and security for our nation’s airspace.
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TeamsUSAF Heritage Flight
Tyndall AFB, FL Holloman AFB, NM
Lt Col Gregory “Bluto” Blount Lt Col Brent “Dizzy” Gillespie
Today’s Fight: 82 ATRS provides aerial target support using the venerable QF-4. The mighty Phantom is part of a weapons test and evaluation program for the DoD. They make sure the weapons our troops are using to defend our nation are the best they can be BEFORE they get to the warfighter.
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USAF Heritage Flight
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USAF Heritage Flight
Greg “BA” AndersBellingham, WA
Jim BeasleyWest Chester, PA
Kevin EldridgeClaremont, CA
Dan FriedkinHouston, TX
Tom GregoryMagnolia, TX
Steve HintonNewport Beach, CA
Dale “Snort” SnodgrassSt. Augustine, FL
Lee LauderbackKissimmee, FL
Vlado LenochIndian Head Park, IL
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• Aerial Events Mission
• Recruit and retain America’s finest
• Showcase American airpower
• Enhance community and international relations
Why
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Why - Public Relations
• Objectives for every air show in 2010:• Reach young people thru non-traditional media (Facebook)• Continue work thru traditional media (Radio, Print or TV)• Emphasis on visiting schools, hospitals, etc…
• We will partner w/ you and your media coordinator
• We cannot achieve our objectives w/o you - thanks
Why - Public Relations (cont.)
• What you could do for us:• Provide contacts – you are the local expert• Secure interviews
• What our teams will do for you:• Fly an outstanding demo during the air show• Promote your event by:
• Providing advance media materials• Promoting your event in all media interviews• Supporting meaningful community events
• Our teams are trained to work with the media
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Takeaways for You
• Scheduling process• Support Manual• Points of Interest• Contact Info
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Aerial Events Schedule
Aerial Events Schedule
• Air Combat Command http://www.acc.af.mil/aerialevents/
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Aerial Events Scheduling Process
Aerial Events Scheduling Process
• Air Combat Command http://www.acc.af.mil/aerialevents/
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SAF-PA Event APPROVALDD FORM 2535
www.airshows.pa.hq.af.mil
STATICS or FLYOVERS DEMO TEAM or HERITAGE FLIGHT &
OVERSEAS AIR SHOWS
CONTACT INDIVIDUAL WINGPUBLIC AFFAIRS
CONTACT ACC/A3TA
Scheduling Process
ACC General Officer Participation Approval
CONTACT ACC/A3TA
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Demo Scheduling TimelineThunderbird Schedule Released
Gather Info 6-9 Dec
Requests for Jan-Mar 31 Dec
Publish Jan-Feb &
Request for Apr-Jun15 Jan
Publish Mar &
Request for Jul-Nov31 Jan
Dec 09 Jan 10 Feb 10 Mar 10 Apr 10
1 15 31/1 15 31/1 20 28/1 15 31/1 15 30/1
Publish Apr-Jun 20 Feb
Publish Jul-Nov 30 Apr
Heritage Flight Training Conference 4-7 Mar
Red: Request NLT Due Date Blue: Schedule Publication NLT Date
Hints and Gotchas• Don’t miss due dates for requests and keep in touch• Do read and comply with Support Manual
• Attachment 1 = checklist and must be sent to team NLT 30 days before show• Asking how to contact teams indicates manual isn’t being read
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Support Manual
• Air Combat Command http://www.acc.af.mil/aerialevents/
Demo Team/Heritage Flight Support Manual
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Support Manual
• Air Combat Command http://www.acc.af.mil/aerialevents/
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Points of Interest
• Dates on DD2535 must be accurate – drives our schedule
• F-22 demo is high demand – do not expect 2 yrs in a row
• ACC no longer funds Heritage Flight warbird flying hours
• B-2 and B-52 move to Air Force Global Strike Command
Heritage Flight PilotLocations
BEASLEYP-51
SNODGRASSP-51
LAUDERBACKP-51
HINTONP-38/P-40/P-47/
P-51/F-86
LENOCHP-51
GREGORYP-47
LTC BLOUNTF-4 EAST
LTC GILLESPIEF-4 WEST
ELDRIDGEP-38/P-40/
P-51
ELDRIDGEP-38/P-40/P-51/F-86
ANDERSA-1/P-51
SNODGRASSP-51/P-40
LAUDERBACKP-51
SNODGRASSF-86/P-51
Part time
Full time
FRIEDKINP-51/P-38
FRIEDKINP-51
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Contact Info
• Phone: 757-764-8346 DSN 574-8346
• E-Mail: [email protected]
• Website: www.acc.af.mil/aerialevents
• Facebook: Aerial Events
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Summary
• We love what we do and do it well• Our goals are the same – successful air shows• Our staff is here to help you succeed
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Farewell and Well Done
Maj Paul “Harb” Brown Maj George “Dog” Clifford
Capt Phil “Ritz” Smith Lt Col Ryan “Chef” Luchsinger
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ACC Leadership
• Major General (sel) David Goldfein – Director of Air and Space Operations
• Brigadier General Gary Batinich – Mobilization Assistant to the Director of Air and Space Operations
• Colonel William Davidson – Chief, Flight Operations Division
